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mpobi80

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Nursing interventions to decrease the thirst of a patient who is on a fluid restriction include:
 
  a. rinsing the mouth with warm water.
  b. sipping carbonated drinks.
  c. sucking on ice chips.
  d. limiting tooth brushing to once per day.

Question 2

The nurse explains that an individual who perceives a threat to self may experience a universal emotion of:
 
  a. fear.
  b. anger.
  c. depression.
  d. anxiety.



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Answer to Question 1

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Sucking on ice chips is a way to decrease thirst without adding a large amount of fluid. Rinsing the mouth with cool water and frequent tooth brushing are helpful also. Carbonated drinks contain sodium and will enhance fluid retention.

Answer to Question 2

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Anxiety can be defined as a vague feeling of apprehension resulting from a perceived threat to self.




mpobi80

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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